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by: COCHRANE & AREA WHOLISTIC COMMUNITY

Uniting Our Wholistic Practitioners and Providing Our Neighbors with Alternative Healthcare Choices

March 2011 Issue # 54

March 30^th is our 5th anniversary!!!

In 2006 I had no idea that this directory was going to be web based and that I would have so much fun working with newsletters. Over 5 years we have made many new friends and connections, shared ideas and support. We brought together a form of advertising that reaches a greater range than our home towns and cities. My support for fellow practitioners and suppliers has provided many new learning tools and wonderful feedback.

Going onto 4 years of web exposure and being at the top of the listings with the web search, I am grateful to be able to provide an excellent directory and continuous advertising for our members. You are more than welcome to share the newsletters with friends and family, and our web site does not have restricted use and passwords. It is for everyone to view and utilize. Thank you to everyone that has supported this amazing service and adventure.

Many Blessings and all the best for another year….. Kim Buckler

It is going into spring time.. Please check out the feature article, gardening section, and also check out the favorite wholistic links for shared information….

Feature Modality

Hot Stone Therapy

With the use of rocks that have a high heat retention, you can receive an amazing healing session in conjunction with massage therapy and / or energy work. The rocks that are used vary from lava rock (basalt rock) to a river rock that is chosen for its size and shape. These stones can be preordered by the therapist or selected specifically from a river bed to met specified sizes and shapes. The stones need to be fairly flat and smooth.

When the rocks are heated, they are place in a hot water bath and a certain temperature (120 to 150 degrees) is obtained before they are used. These hot stone rocks are then placed on the back of the client upper body. These can also be placed in the palms of the hands and between the toes. As the stones cool, warmer ones are put into place. In some cases cold stones may be used for inflammation or any muscle injuries.

The heat in the rocks act like a heat pad, they help the muscles in the back area to relax. The heat has the ability to transform rigid stiff muscles back to their flexible state that also provides warmth and relaxation. With massage therapy, this can aid in providing a deeper tissue massage with less effort by the practitioner. Hot Stone therapy can be provided with out the massage and other types of energy work, and with aromatherapy. This all depends on the preference of the client and therapist.

It is said that the warm stones expand the blood vessels and allow the blood to help release toxins. Ex: when heat or energy is applied to an injured area right away, there is less bruising (like with the use of Reiki or energy work). Yet, when the cold is applied the blood vessels are constricted and draw out the toxins. (Though in Chinese Medicine, I have heard that cold is never applied in healing. Ex: After a mother gives birth, she always receives warm tea, never cold water and ice.) The application of hot / cold depends on the practitioner.

Hot Stone Therapy has been used in the following treatments: to improve circulation, back pain and sore muscles, MS, Fibromyalgia, for depression, arthritis and rheumatic conditions, stress and anxiety.

Article submitted by: Kim Buckler www.spirit-soul-healing.com www.abwholisticdirectory.com

MEMBERS that offer Hot Stone Therapy:

Marla Vovchuk Rosewood Natural Healing Center

Crossfield/Cremona AB. (403) 804-2880 www.rosewoodnaturalhealingcenter.ca

Carell Mehl, RT-CRA KI Lifestyle Solutions Inc. Reiki Master & Shamanic Coach

Calgary, Alberta (403) 481-1507 www.kilifestyle.ca

Feature Article

Back to the Basics

All that I can think about is the gardens and the growing season in Canada. Last night the idea of growing more veggies in the house over the winter came to mind. Then I get into the overload of thinking way too much and wondering how I can do all of this… and why I am wanting to do so much more….

Take a look at the produce in the stores the next time you go shopping. Take a good look at the shiny sheen (preservatives and coatings?) of the veggies and fruits, look at the apples that are coming to the end of their shelf life (from the orchards in the late summer). Look at where the snap peas are coming from and wonder if they came on the boat or plane, how long ago were they picked. How far did the mango have to travel to bless our shelves with their presence. Times sure have changed since the 50’s and 60’s, when the canning and preserving was done a lot more. While working on a 6 segment course with a dear friend, we both learnt so much about what is being added to our foods and the chemicals being used to preserve them.

Gardening

Today I will be heading down to the garden store to get some soil to start the tomatoe and herb seeds. This year again I will tempt the bell peppers and hotter peppers. I may only have a small green house, but I will maximize that space to get some tomatoes in the freezer for next winter. While doing my list for the gardens, I am also going to note down what fruit trees I would like to get going. Even the smallest of small yards and balconies can provide some summer produce, you just need to decide what you would like to grow given the amount of day light and warmth.

What other herbs will I add this year? What herbs can I save for the winter? Just to use as spices? Herbal properties? Now I am on a roll… Do you know of someone that will trade seeds with you? There is Seedy Saturday (listed below), heritage seeds (link below), some many people, farmers, gardeners that are excited to share. Market gardens in the area that grow natural produce (one which is a directory member), markets that are promoting organics…. With all these options at our finger tips we can get back to the basics and live healthier lives. As you pick out veggies seeds think of the nutrients: www.abwholisticdirectory.com/veggie_nutrients.html

In the Kitchen

What choices do we have? Prepare food with chemicals or with out? This morning I pulled out a container of apple sauce from the freezer that I made with apples from the trees at the farm. No preservatives or sugar. Bright pink sauce that was made and frozen the day I pick the apples. For that turkey we had at Christmas, I added dry sage from the garden (a perennial that grows really well). Sister Val donated a jar of homemade hand picked cranberry sauce. Used some frozen dill on the mashed potatoes. Pickled carrots and beans are the kids favorite (yah, the vinegar is not great) and we know what went into the jars. A dear friend, Muriel introduced me to a home made sugar free jam that tastes like fruit leather and was made with local fruits. This jam was so good that it got to my mouth before it got to the toast.

Last fall I had the honor to work a friend and we did a 6 section workshop on freezing, preserving, drying, sour cream and so much more. Even though I have been freezing and canning for several years, this work shop also showed me so much more and I started to question if I was doing enough to stock my cupboards for the colder months. In my kitchen, within 4 hours I can preserve about 20 jars of pickles (veggies from the farm and my garden). One and a half hour to make a dozen jars of freezer jam (raspberries from the back yard). Maybe two hours to pick and clean the Saskatoons from the back yard. I use the berries frozen during the winter for fruit drinks and just to eat unthawed. When we have a lot of fruit from the farm and garden ready at the same time I make mixed fruit pies for the winter. Maybe 10 pies or so in less than 4 hours, baked then frozen. Got to keep at least one out to sample.

Back to Basics starts with each one of us

I will start with picking up my soil to start some seeds from last year. Start a list of what I want to implement in the yard this year with fruit trees and edible plants. Muriel called already about setting up the 6 week course in the fall, extensive learning. I will finalize a full one day workshop to teach on all the ways of preserving and hands on canning in the afternoon. Find ways to get some heritage seeds as I am booked out of town for the Seedy Saturday. My body is a temple and only I can nourish it…. also share the many gifts from the gardens with family and friends….. Enjoy the vision of healthier food, experiance the vision of growing and playing in the earth, then taste the results….

Written from the heart: Kim Buckler

Welcome to our New Members

Chris Lee HT, CMH

Mission, B.C.

(604) 504-6090 www.clproductions.org

Specialties: Clinical Hypnotherapist, Past Life Therapy

Wendy Tuttle Soul Blended Solutions

Virginia Beach, Virginia USA

(757) 420-8347 www.soulblending.com

Specialties: Dream and Past Life Consultations, Life Skills Coaching, Medical Intuitive, Soul Consultations, Spiritual Consulting

Shari Anticknap RHN, NNCP Wellness & Nutrition Matters

1889 45 Street N.W., Calgary, AB

12 Gleneagles Terrace, Cochrane, AB

Calgary: 403-984-3538 Cochrane: 403-807-8139 www.wellnessandnutritionmatters.com

Specialties: Holistic Nutritional Consultant, Preventative Nutrition and Healthy Aging.

This Month’s Featured Members

www.abwholisticdirectory.com/direct.html

Weal World Travel Kimberley Johnson

Calgary, Alberta

(403) 618-1683 www.wealworldtravel.com

Specialties: Aromatherapy, Fitness Instructor, Holistic Nutrition, Supplies & Tools, Travel: Health Consultations

Melange Salon & Spa

# 102 1207 91st Street SW Edmonton

(780) 465-2425 info@salon-melange.com www.salon-melange.com
Specialties: Melange Salon & Spa provides a non-toxic salon suitable for people who are asthmatic, MCS, CFS, and allergy sufferers. Hair Salon: Non Toxic, Health Care Products, Organic Products, and Spa Therapy

Arlana Tanner-Sibelle Crystal Vision Insights

334 4819c 48th Ave. Red Deer, AB

(403) 348-5831 www.crystalvision.ca www.goddesswisdomonline.com www.permission2bu.com

Specialties: Arlana offers the following: Astrology Reports, Energy balancing, Coaching, Personal Growth, Womens Ceremonies and Workshops. Personal Development Coach & Certified Image Consultant and Workshop Facilitator

Elke Nowicki

# 6 372 Street Bragg Creek, AB

(403) 949-2705 enowicki@telus.net www.healingtouchprogram.com

Specialties: Angel Therapy, Healing Touch: certified Practitioner & Instructor, and Energy Workshops for adults and children.

Dr. Susan Rangitsch

7235 Old Grant Creek Road, Missoula, Montana, USA

(406) 251-6698 Cell: (406) 240-3699 www.susanrangitsch.com srangitsch@earthlink.net

Specialties: Consulting & private practice, Shamanism - Compassionate Warrior, Transformational Medicine and Wilderness Programs.

Twisted Basil

208 - 3rd Avenue West, Cochrane, AB.

(403) 932-6710 www.twistedbasil.ca
Specialties: Cozy café with organic cooking and treats, the store carries produce and products. Home delivery for produce and fresh made dishes and more.

Upcoming classes and workshops

This note on Tower pollution Needs to be noted here, as this concern has come up several times in the last month:

Nikken Wellness

Many times over the year, Nikken members are provided with articles and information to support that what they have to share with us with their products. Roseline Weenk is a Nikken representative that keeps the directory members, her family and friends up to date with what we are facing in our daily lives and how we can protect our selves day and night in our home and at work. She submitted an article: tower pollution written by Dr. Joseph Mercola. Contact info. for Roseline for further information on Nikken products and research: (403) 932-9327 www.nikken.com/Roseline

March 2011

March 12th & 13th SE Calgary, AB

Blueprint For Life is More Than a Course.

It is a Soul-touching Creative Process to Help You Claim and Strengthen Your Inner Power

These courses are excellent for those of you who are committed to life-long learning and personal/spiritual growth. Both the basic and the intermediate courses will deepen your understanding of yourself and others, and provide you with a metaphysical tool that will have practical applications in your personal and professional life for years to come.

Advanced course, prepares you to serve others and share your expertise as a professional numerologist and member of the International Academy of ..

For more info: Blueprint for life or Call Vikki MacKinnon, 403-667-8932, or info@gotyournumber.ca

Kid Energy:

The Magic of Yourself Instructor: Elke Nowicki

Kids already know how to tap into the invisible universe of energy: rekindle those magical abilities and learn some tools for making energy stronger at home, at play, and at a school. Each class is stand alone and builds on each other.

Class 1 (Ages: 9 - 13) March 21, 9:00am – 11:30am

Class 2 (Ages: 9 - 13) March 26, 9:00am – 11:30am

Location: Spiritual Directions: Calgary, AB For more information: Kid Energy

March 5^th 2011 Saturday Bassano, AB

Crystal Healing Classes

During this class, the students will learn about several crystals and their healing properties. We also cover how to clean / clear your crystals, set up crystal grids, and clear your chakras. … For more info: Spirit & Soul Healing

Instructor: Kim Buckler (Reiki Master & Intuitive) To Register: Jackie 403-641-3444

March 6^th 2011 Sunday Bassano, AB

Building Your Intuition Workshop

This workshop will be held over the day. This is for the beginner who would like to learn more about how to build on their own personal intuition. Several methods will be discussed, jour… For more info: Spirit & Soul Healing

Instructor: Kim Buckler (Reiki Master & Intuitive) To Register: Jackie 403-641-3444

March 19^th 2011 Saturday Strathmore, AB

Usui Reiki Classes for Level One

Level One: the students learn the history of Reiki and energy work. During the class we are shown how to clear chakras, learn 3 symbols, receive the level one attunement, work with … For more info: Spirit & Soul Healing

Instructor: Kim Buckler (Reiki Master & Intuitive) To Register: Joyce 403-934-5785

Past Lives With Chris Lee HT, CMH

Canadian International Hypnotherapist, Past Life Regressionist / Progressionist

Tuesday, March 29th, 2011 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

at Spirit & Soul Healing Clinic 221 Baird Ave, Cochrane AB

For more information on this workshop Chris Lee To Register: 403-932-5350

April 2011

April 9th 2011 Saturday Strathmore, AB

Usui Reiki Class Level Two.

Level Two: We learn about long distance healing, and how it can be applied. The students will learn the long distance healing symbol, receive an attunement, practice .....

For more info: Spirit & Soul Healing Instructor: Kim Buckler (Reiki Master & Intuitive) To Register: Joyce 403-934-5785

April 10^th 2011 Sunday High River, AB

Crystal Healing Classes

Instructor: Kim Buckler (Reiki Master & Intuitive) Register: Krista Willard 403- 652-4668

May 2011

May 1^st 2011 Sunday High River, AB

Usui Reiki Class Level Two.

Level Two: We learn about long distance healing, and how it can be applied. The students will learn the long distance healing symbol, receive an attunement, practice .....

For more info: Spirit & Soul Healing Instructor: Kim Buckler (Reiki Master & Intuitive) Register: Krista Willard 403- 652-4668

May 14^th 2011 Saturday High River, AB

Couples Reflexology Workshop

During this workshop: we gain information on how Reflexology can help to promote good health and how it can be a wonderful way to end a day. We will cover how ...

For more infor: Spirit & Soul Healing Instructor: Kim Buckler (Reiki Master & Intuitive) Register: Krista Willard 403- 652-4668

May 28th 2011 Saturday

Building Your Intuition Workshop Strathmore, AB

May 29^th 2011 Saturday

Building Your Intuition Workshop High River, AB

This workshop will be held over the day. This is for the beginner who would like to learn more about how to build on their own personal intuition. Several methods will be discussed and practiced… For more info: Spirit & Soul Healing

Events, Expo’s, Retreats and More

Seedy Saturday http://seedysaturdaycalgary.shawwebspace.ca/

We are pleased to announce that the 2011 Calgary Seedy Saturday will be held at the Hillhurst-Sunnyside Community Centre on March 19, 2011 from 10a.m. to 3p.m. The address for the venue is 1320 - 5 Avenue N.W.

Body Soul & Spirit Expo – TORONTO SPRING 2011

Date: March 25^th – 27th 2011

Body Soul & Spirit Expo - CALGARY SPRING 2011

Stampede Park, Big Four Building

Date: April 15^th – 18^th 2011

Body Soul & Spirit Expo – Regina SPRING 2011

Date: April 29^th – May 1^st 2011

Body Soul & Spirit Expo - EDMONTON SPRING 2011

Shaw Conference Centre

Date: May 6^th – 8th, 2011 http://bodysoulspiritexpo.com/expo/

Health Corner

(food alternatives & health)

What can we, as individuals do to keep our choice of healthy living? please visit:

Natural Health Products Protection website - http://www.nhppa.org
Charter of Health Freedom website - http://www.charterofhealthfreedom.org

In Calgary we have a company that has had to go to court because they choose to drink raw milk… Health Canada decided they were experts on what is good for the body. Who’s standards are they going by? Who are they really protecting? I don’t mean to be nasty, I just question the process. When I eat a tomatoe, I feel good. When you eat that same tomatoe, you may break out in hives and get violently ill.

How can an organization gage what my body needs? Or yours? It is okay to have a guild line, BUT it can not apply to everyone’s body and requirements.

A close friend’s father remembers when they started to pasteurize milk and can still remember tasting the bleach they used. He knew that process was wrong. When we choose to eat healthier and consume herbs, oils, and more, it is because we have done our research and know the healing benefits of these products. Sometimes, even though we have many wholistic practitioners with wonderful services, it feels like we are still in the dark ages when they hung the so called healers / witches. These amazing people knew the benefits of the natural ways verses using chemicals and toxins that man kind is created.

I truly believe that when this earth was created, we were provided with everything we needed to survive. Yet the human race found ways to alter foods etc to have them last longer, or become addictive so that they would be purchased more to support the economy. If there is a way to be heard, please do so, not only for yourself, but for our children and our future.

This is for informational purposes only. Consult your health care practitioner for any medical advice.

These sites and products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

Members who offer nutritional advice:

Kimberley Johnson Weal World Travel

Calgary, Alberta Contact: (403) 618-1683 www.wealworldtravel.com

Living Energy Natural Health Centre & Studies Dr. Radka Ruzicka HD(RHom), DNM, NNCP

Carvel, AB Contact: 780-892-3006 www.livingenergy.ca livingenergynow@yahoo.ca

Shari Anticknap RHN, NNCP Wellness & Nutrition Matters

1889 45 Street N.W., Calgary, AB 12 Gleneagles Terrace, Cochrane, AB

Calgary: 403-984-3538 Cochrane: 403-807-8139 www.wellnessandnutritionmatters.com

(herbs and more)

Blessed Thistle (Centaurea benedicta)

Known as: Carduus, Cardin, Holy Thistle, St. Benedict’s Thistle, Old Lady’s Thistle

Contains:

Vitamins: A, B1 (thiamin), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (Pantothenic Acid), B6 (Pyridoxine), B12, C

Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Manganese, Phosphorous, Potassium, Selenium, Silicon, Zinc

Other: beta carotene, beta-sitosterol, ferulic acid, kaempferol, luteolin, oleanolic acid, stigmasterol

Plant:

Erect plant with woody branched stems, annual flowers from May to June are 2 – 3 inches long, grayish green and oblong to lanceolate. Flowers are terminal, one inch long, 1 ¾ inches wide.

Parts used: Entire herb: Flowers, leaves and stem

Solvent: Cold to hot water, alcohol

Used for:

Blood: Good for blood circulation and cleansing the blood

Eyes: Good for strengthening the eye sight

Gall Bladder: help to heal the gall bladder

Head: Used to reduce headaches, helps with memory

Heart: helps to strengthen the heart

Liver: cleanse the liver as it is used as a blood purifier

Lungs: helps to strenghthen and heal the lungs, lesson respiratory infections

Stomach: used for digestion, stimulates the appetite, stimulates gastric secretions and digestive tonic

Diseases: Jaundice, works with fevers, dropsy, gets rid of worms

Other: Good for menstrual problems and to help level the hormones. Used to help increase lactation for nursing mothers

Therapeutic action: alterative (cleanses blood, organs and glands), antimicrobial, antispasmodic, cathartic (causes purging of the liver and gall bladder), diaphoretic (open pores of skin, stimulate sweating & raise body temperature)

Information derived from:

Prescription for Nutritional Healing by Phyllis Balch CNC, James Balch MD

Todays Herbal Health: Louise Tenney, MH

This is for informational purposes only. Consult your health care practitioner for any medical advice. These sites and products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

Our members that have vast knowledge and excellent herbal products:

Amaranth Whole Foods: www.amaranthwholefoods.ca Calgary, AB

Stangs Health Centre Ltd.: www.stangs.reveal.ca Olds, AB

My Favorite Wholistic / Alternative….

www.hans.org Health Action Network Society: This web site is amazing with information, health alerts and updates. I receive each newsletter with gratitude, as many times I get affirmations from the site on what I am working on presently…

Gardening

Stellar Seeds by Patrick Steiner and Colleen O'Brien: preserving heritage seeds. On line catalog: http://stellarseeds.com/pdfs/stellar_2011_catalogue....

Quick Grow north: Organic use fertilizers & indoor growing systems for the home gardener. Calgary 403-276-5773

Seed Centre: Looking for Bulk Vegetable, Flower and Herb seeds? www.seedcentre.com Edmonton, AB.

Organic Lifestyles: www.organiclifestyles.ca Organic markets across Canada.

Business Card Section

Jeffrey Krause Shamanic Practitioner Workshops, Meditations, Crystal Healing, Crystals & Tibetan Bowls, Life Coach, Calgary, Alberta (403) 202-1216 wolvbear@hotmail.com	Cool Family Solutions Mona Cooley (403) 512-5558 Calgary, Alberta mona.cooley@coolfamilysolutions.com www.coolfamilysolutions.com Families Faced with Mental Illness & Addictions Family Support and Life Skills program Entire Family 6-month program Health and Wellness Individual sessions for: Discover your Purpose & Mapping your Purpose
Russell Small Success Sensei Enterprises Ltd (403) 681-2277 www.russellsmall.com Imagination Coach for creativity & expression, Certified Subconscious Restructuring Coach, Nikken distributor Eden Neufeld Divine Balance (403) 615-2985 www.divinebalance.ca Coaching for Mental Illness & Depression, Wholistic Approach Coaching, Nikken distributor. 2131 50th Avenue S.W. Calgary, AB	Maureen Blanchard (403) 481-1507 Cochrane, Alberta sunweaver1@hotmail.com Shamanic Coaching Reiki Mayan Card Readings
Carell Mehl, RT-CRA KI Lifestyle Solutions Inc. www.kilifestyle.ca Doula Hot & Cold Stone Massage Raindrop Therapy Reiki Master / Teacher Shamanic Coach. Calgary, Alberta (403) 830-7053	Nature's Essential Garden (by: Sage Valley Marketing Ltd.) owned by: Shelley L. Rymal & Karel Stojan Rosedale AB sagevalley@xplornet.com www.naturesessentialgarden.com Soy candles, herbal supplements, (fair trade organic ingredients) Chakra Balancing Products, Essential Oils, Natural Body Care, Organic Products, Soy Candles, Supplies for practitioners & more
SPIRIT & SOUL HEALING CLINIC Kim Buckler (Reiki Master & Intuitive) Home & Business Clearing CranioSacral Therapy Reiki Treatments & Classes Foot Reflexology Crystal Healing Classes Angel Readings & Past Life Regression Reflexology Workshops Cochrane, AB (403) 932-5350 www.spirit-soul-healing.com	Canada’s Wholistic & Alternative Directory by: Cochrane & Area Wholistic Community www.abwholisticdirectory.com Practitioners, Suppliers, Schools, Classes, Retreats and more. The directory to list in and advertise with. Amazing features for members and lots of info for those seeking Natural Healing. 403-932-5350